Gogglebox star George Gilbey dies aged 40

A Gogglebox spokesperson said star George Gilbey has died at the age of 40.

The reality star appeared on the Channel 4 series alongside his mother Linda McGarry and stepfather Pete McGarry, who died in 2021 aged 71.

He also appeared in the 14th episode of the celebrity series big brother In 2014, entered the finals.

Gilbey reportedly died after a work accident on Wednesday.

A spokesman for the show said: “George is goggle box Filmed eight series with his mother Linda and stepfather Pete.

“Our deepest condolences go out to Linda and George’s family and friends at this very sad time. The family has asked for privacy.”

Essex Police said they were called to investigate an incident in Shoebury-on-Sea on Wednesday.

A police spokesman said: “At around 10am today (March 27) we received reports of an incident in Canfield Road, Shoebury, in which a man who was working at height fell and was injured.

“Ambulance services including the air ambulance attended. Sadly the man died at the scene.

“We will continue to liaise with our partners including the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

“A cordon remains at the scene.”

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Gilbey joined the award-winning show for its second season in 2013 before he and his family were fired from Celebrity Big Brother in 2014. The family later returned to the series.

The Essex-based reality star appeared on the then-Channel 5 reality show, alongside celebrities such as The Hills star Stephanie Platt and US actor Gary Busey, who won the series Appearance.

Gilbey’s representatives and the HSE have been contacted for comment.